Petacalco
Guerrero · Mexico
Surf spotgood for advanced surfers
Powerful sand-bottom barrels over an underwater canyon, gathers any south swell. Best wind — NE, mornings.
Live 7-day forecast →
Wave height and period, wind, tide and a “can you surf today” verdict — for every level and for yours personally. Free, no install.
The spot in short
| Type | Surf spot |
|---|---|
| Good for | advanced surfers |
| Beach faces | southwest |
| Working swell | from south — west |
| Coordinates | 17.985, -102.12 |
FAQ
Is Petacalco good for beginners?
Petacalco is a spot for advanced surfers. Beginners are better off at an easier spot nearby — see the list below; Plyuh’s forecast shows where it’s safe to learn today.
What’s the surf forecast for Petacalco today?
The live 7-day forecast — wave height and period, wind, tide, daylight and a plain-words verdict — is on the spot’s page in Plyuh: https://plyuh.com/#guerrero/petacalco. The forecast is checked against nearby buoys and satellites.
Spots nearby — Guerrero
- La Saladita — Point, long left-hander, beginners and intermediates
- Troncones Point — Reef point, left-hander, intermediates and advanced surfers
- Las Escolleras — Beach break by the jetties, intermediates and advanced surfers